Wednesday, September 23, 2009

James Edwards helps Roosevelt win State Championship in 1973

James Franklin Edwards (born November, 22, 1955 in Seattle, Washington, U.S.) is a retired American professional basketball player. Nicknamed "Buddha" for his appearance (he often sported a Fu Manchu mustache) and stoic demeanor, the 7' 0" Edwards played 19 years (1977-1996) in the NBA, playing both the center and power forward. Edwards played for eight teams: the Los Angeles Lakers, the Indiana Pacers, the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Phoenix Suns, the Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Clippers, the Portland Trail Blazers, and the Chicago Bulls. Prior to his NBA career, Edwards starred at Roosevelt High Schooland the University of Washington.Though he never appeared in an All-Star Game, Edwards was a reliable low-post scorer, averaging 12.7 points per game over his career. He was a key member of the 1989 and 1990 NBA champion Detroit Pistons, starting most of the team's games in 1990. He won a third championship in the final season of his career, with the 1996 Chicago Bulls, where he saw limited playing time. He retired with 14,862 career points and 6,004 career rebounds

This blog has become one of my passions after returning to the Seattle area. I have fond memories at Roosevelt. Spending a year at Seattle University and earning my degree in two more years at the UW seemed rushed. Working during the university years made time pass by quickly. I moved away from Seattle for 30 years; and took the opportunity to travel to all corners of the world. Please contribute to our school history, by adding to it. Best wishes, Carl Brecht. Send pictures and information to carlbrecht@netscape.net to publish on this blog.List of members. Please send your full name, including last name used while attending Roosevelt, new married name, year of graduation, e-mail and/or phone number. You may include information about where you work, and the services you provide. Please send information on anyone that has died that is a member of the class of 1972. Many names are not included below, please contact me directy if you are looking for someone from our class.